UTeach Innovative Teaching Award

UTeach is committed to advancing innovative teaching practices in classrooms. To support this mission, we created the Innovative Teaching Awards for Apprentice Teachers, which recognize and encourage progressive teaching methods—such as project-based instruction, maker-centered learning, blended learning, and remote instruction—while celebrating the creativity and impact of our newest educators. A cash award of $2,000 will be divided among the winning submissions. The award application and rubric provide additional details.

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Application Information

FALL 2025

  • Intent to apply due by SUNDAY, 10/5/25
  • All application materials must be submitted by SUNDAY, 11/16/25 

SPRING 2026

  • Intent to apply due by SUNDAY, 3/8/26
  • All application materials must be submitted by SUNDAY, 4/12/26 

INTENT TO APPLY

AWARD APPLICATION & RUBRIC

Award Committee Members:

  • Dr. Shelly Rodriguez, Professor of Practice - CNS, Chair
  • Patrick Benfield, Hello Maker Studio, Director
  • Chris Costello, UTeach Outreach, Director
  • Dr. Alex Eusebi, Associate Professor of Practice - CNS
  • Dr. Jennifer Smith, Professor of Practice - COE